Samaritans Way Trail Run
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Event Overview
The Samaritans Way Trail Run is an athletic event held at Guisborough Rugby Club. Organised by U Prevail Events in partnership with Teesside Samaritans, the event serves as a fundraiser to support local emotional support services. Participants traverse the official Samaritans Way trails, with updated course routes for the 2026 edition. The profits from the event are donated directly to the Teesside Samaritans branch.
Distance Options
Participants can choose to run or walk across several distance categories:
- 10 km Run
- 10 km Walk
- 21 km Run
- 21 km Walk
Participant Information
The event is open to individual participants or those competing in a relay. For the 10 km distances, entrants must be at least 16 years old, while the 21 km distances require participants to be aged 18 or over. The entry fee includes a finishers medal, an event T-shirt, and food and drink at the finish line.
The route is fully marshalled and includes fully stocked checkpoints to provide support throughout the course. Medical cover is also present on-site. The event holds a race permit from the Association of Running Clubs. Registration and an event briefing take place at the rugby club prior to the start.
Fundraising Impact
The event supports the Teesside Samaritans, an organization that responds to calls for help every ten seconds across their network. Contributions from entry fees and donations help maintain their 24-hour phone services and online chat platforms. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
